Australia is a large country in the Southern hemisphere. The country includes the Australian continent itself, as well as a number of surrounding islands such as Tasmania. The region has long been inhabited by native peoples (known as "Aboriginal peoples"), but was colonized the British starting in the late 18th century. Australia has many links to the United Kingdom. The first European settlers to arrive in Australia were from Britain, and Australia was a British colony, and later a Dominion within the British Empire. There are still many links between the two countries, including the fact that they share the same Queen, Australia is a prominent member of the commonwealth, and the Australian flag continues to incorporate the British flag (the Union flag). Australia has also developed links with other countries in the region, particularly South East Asian countries, and after World War II experienced immigration from Mediterranean countries, and later South East Asia. Australian cuisine reflects the country's multicultural nature. You can find British-influenced dishes, dishes inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, recipes inspired by Asian foods, and also "bush tucker", which is traditional food, often foraged, that was eaten by travellers in the wilderness areas of Australia known as the "outback" (bush tucker is in fact often inspired by traditional Aboriginal recipes). Some Australian favorites include: * Chiko Roll - The Australian version of spring rolls. They are deep-fried, and contain mutton and mixed vegetables. * Damper - A traditional wheat-based bread that was prepared by outback travellers on the roadside. * Pie floater - A meat pie, prepared in the British style, covered with tomato sauce, turned upside down, and served with a thick pea soup. * ANZAC Biscuits - Oat biscuits. According to Australian (and New Zealand) tradition, they were first prepared for the ANZAC troops participating in the Gallipoli campaign in World War I. * Pavlova - Like ANZAC Biscuits, New Zealanders also claim to have invented this dish first, although few Australians would agree. Pavlova is a meringue prepared so that is crispy on the outside but fluffy on the inside. |
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